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Foldable Mantispa Bass by Sébastien Gavet Debuts at Guitar Summit 2025
Sébastien Gavet debuts the foldable Mantispa Bass at Guitar Summit 2025 — a headless, multi-scale design blending innovation with custom craftsmanship.
Turnstile Goes Tiny, Bass Goes Huge: Franz Lyons at NPR’s Tiny Desk
At NPR’s Tiny Desk, Turnstile traded chaos for groove. Franz Lyons’ bass stood at the center of a set that even included crowd surfing. (
IK Multimedia Expands TONEX Line With New Bass Editions and Signature Collection
IK Multimedia introduces TONEX Bass Editions with a Signature Bass Collection and two new pedals loaded with 150 Tone Models and presets.
Bass Gym: Learn the Best Bits of Paul Denman’s Iconic Sade “Smooth Operator” Bass Line
Discover how to play the silky bass line from Sade’s “Smooth Operator” as Marek Bero breaks it down in this Bass Gym groove lesson.
King Gizzard Unleash Chaos and Groove in Bulgaria’s Ancient Theatre
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard tore through Night 3 in Plovdiv, Harwood’s Serek and Hiwatt rig fueling the chaos with thunderous bass.
Wolfgang Muthspiel, Scott Colley & Brian Blade Return With “Tokyo,” Their Most Adventurous Trio Album Yet
The trio of Wolfgang Muthspiel, Scott Colley & Brian Blade explore new sounds on "Tokyo," blending chamber jazz, folk, and rock.
Gamechanger Audio Introduces MOTOR Pedal with Real Motors and Gas-Pedal Controller
Gamechanger Audio’s new MOTOR Pedal uses real motors and a gas-pedal controller for a unique approach to analog noise and expression.
Inside DarWin’s “Distorted Mirror”: Mohini Dey’s Bass Lines Steer the Chaos
DarWin’s “Distorted Mirror” highlights Mohini Dey’s fearless bass playing as she locks in with Simon Phillips and elevates the progressive mix.
Rich Brown Tells a Global Story on Solo Bass Album “Nyaeba”
Bassist Rich Brown releases "Nyaeba," a solo bass album blending African and Brazilian rhythms with storytelling and melody.
Metallica’s Robert Trujillo Unveils Limited Edition Godin Yellow Flame Acoustic-Electric Bass
Robert Trujillo unveiled his new Godin Yellow Flame bass at Guitar Center. The ultra-limited model is signed and now available.
The Fearless Flyers Follow Up with a Funky Live Take on “Patrouille de France”
Joe Dart and The Fearless Flyers return with “Patrouille de France,” a live cut from Italy built on a relaxed groove and tight interplay.
Supergroup of Belew, Levin, Vai & Carey Capture King Crimson’s 80s Era on BEAT LIVE
"BEAT LIVE" — the new album and concert film from Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, Steve Vai & Danny Carey — is available now, honoring King Crimson’s 80s era.